Deputy Manager Finance

About the Role

Introduction –

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional to play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis. At OUP, we value integrity, precision, and innovation in financial management. Joining us means contributing to robust financial controls and compliance standards while supporting strategic decision-making across multiple business dimensions. You’ll work with advanced tools like SAP FICO, Power BI, and Copilot, and collaborate with diverse teams in a dynamic environment.

Opportunity –

In this role, you will:

• Lead month-end closing activities, including journal entries, provisions, reconciliations, and ledger reviews.
• Review and validate general ledger entries and finalize monthly financial packs.
• Oversee stock accounting and inventory valuation for accurate reporting.
• Monitor advances and accruals to maintain compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare and analyze cash flow statements for liquidity planning and treasury decisions.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis across marketing, operations, estates, and group finance costs.
• Review sales flash packs for accuracy and trend analysis.
• Perform debtor reconciliations and prepare regional/state-level financials.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles through commercial analysis.

Your work will ensure financial integrity and provide insights that drive business decisions.

About You

Essential Criteria

• Graduate/Postgraduate degree.
• 6–8 years of experience, preferably in Education or Publishing industry.
• Strong fundamentals in accounting, controlling, and period close processes.
• Proficient in SAP FI module and Excel; knowledge of SQL, Power BI, and Copilot preferred.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, adapt to change, and maintain clarity in high-stakes environments.
• Solutions-focused, resilient, and capable of handling dynamic business conditions.

Queries

Please contact shariq.anwar@oup.com with any queries relating to this role.

We are committed to supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and encourage applications from all.